2009 SsangYong Actyon vs. 1990 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 356 kg more than 1990 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Falcon (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 SsangYong Actyon | 1990 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | SsangYong | Ford |
| Model | Actyon | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
